1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 6 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 730 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Daimler 4.2 1978 Toyota Celica
Make Daimler Toyota
Model 4.2 Celica
Year Released 1984 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4235 cc 1967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.7:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2510 mm


 

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