1981 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac 1000 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
