2009 Honda Stream vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 33 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 464 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 2009 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Stream | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |