2006 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |