1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 271 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Celica | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Celica | Corvette |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2563 cc | 7000 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2685 mm |