1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1996 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 722 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Lotec Testa de Oro 1996 Toyota Celica
Make Lotec Toyota
Model Testa de Oro Celica
Year Released 1995 1996
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 1986 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 741 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1180 kg


 

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