1977-1982 Celica OverviewToyota Celica Overview (1977 - 1982)
1977 - 1982
Tech Specs Summary
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- 99 - 115 mph
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- 10.0 - 15.0 seconds
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- 74 - 121 hp
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- 19.6 - 23.7 mpg
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- 2,161 - 2,425 lbs
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- 7.7 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 10.3 - 25 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Toyota Celica was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Toyota between 1977 - 1982. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a coupé or hatchback. There are many power levels available from a 1.6 L Inline 4 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Celica is the Toyota Celica Liftback GT which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 121 hp and a power/weight ratio of 20.04 lb/hp it has a top speed of 115 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Toyota Celica Liftback ST is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 377 miles and can store 10.3-25 cubic feet of cargo.