1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 144 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Celica | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2604 mm |