1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Toyota Celica 1970 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Celica Corolla
Year Released 1979 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2563 cc 1166 cc
Horse Power 118 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2340 mm