2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 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 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
