2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 320 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |