1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 26 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 890 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3189 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
