1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 29 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Celica | Splash |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1242 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
