1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 20 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Venga. 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Venga |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
