1999 Peugeot 806 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 806 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 806 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 806 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
