1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. 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, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Toyota | Venturi |
| Model | Celica | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
