1987 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Celica | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | T5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
