1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 33 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Celica | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
