2006 Toyota Camry vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
