1994 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Acura Integra is newer by 16 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, 1994 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Acura Integra.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Acura Integra | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | Integra | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
