1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Toyota Celica 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Celica Land Cruiser
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 4477 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 230 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 3190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 90 L


 

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