2001 Lada 111 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Lada 111 is newer by 22 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 48 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 111 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 111 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
