1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 206 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 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Toyota | Lotus |
| Model | Celica | Evora |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2575 mm |
