1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 338 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Crown | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
