1985 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 7 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Celica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |