2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Defender | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
