1996 Lexus SC vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 18 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 555 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus SC | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | SC | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |