1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 49 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Carina | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
