1989 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Celica | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Sharan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.6 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 | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2919 mm |