1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 161 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Toyota Celica 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Celica Land Cruiser
Year Released 1989 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 201 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 180 L