2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 27 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 397 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Crossfire | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
