1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
