2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1977 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 Infiniti G35 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | G35 | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |