2005 Toyota Previa vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 501 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 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Previa | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
