2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 24 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | XG 350 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
