1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 20 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | GT 1 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
