1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 904 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Routan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3078 mm |
