1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 23 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 63 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Celica | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celica | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
