1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 4 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 944 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
