2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 709 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica. 2002 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Equus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
