1986 Toyota Celica vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Celica | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
