2004 Acura EL vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 26 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura EL weights approximately 2 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | EL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
