1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 17 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 406 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
