1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 663 kg more than 1980 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2694 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3120 mm |
