2008 Saturn Astra vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Astra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Astra | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
