1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
