1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 760 kg more than 1979 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |
