2001 Acura EL vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 23 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 185 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.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura EL | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | EL | Celica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |