1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 152 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Celica | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Touran |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |