1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 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 43 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1605 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
