1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 504 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Celica | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Celica | Yaris |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1496 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |