2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 30 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 180 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
