1989 Toyota Celica vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 658 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Toyota Celica 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Celica Corolla
Year Released 1989 1979
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 73 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 862 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2410 mm


 

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