1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 138 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 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| 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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
