1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 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 73 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2003 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
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1989 Toyota Celica | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Passat |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |