2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 24 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 995 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.
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 (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Equus | Celica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |