2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1226 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2640 mm |
