1984 Toyota Celica vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 1984 Toyota Celica and 1997 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Celica | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
