2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 309 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
