2007 Acura RDX vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 29 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RDX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
