1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3956 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
