2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Defender | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 948 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
