2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 365 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
