1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 180 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2446 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
