2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Azera (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
