1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire 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 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 501 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) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (176 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Sunfire | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
