1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
