2006 Lexus IS vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 29 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 635 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica. 2006 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
