2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica. 2008 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 1976 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1976 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Entourage | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
