2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (271 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Tercel has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Tercel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Outlook | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Outlook | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
