2009 Nissan Sentra vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 447 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Sentra | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |