1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 179 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
