1994 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Celica. (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1994 Toyota Celica (186 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (176 Nm). This means 1994 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Celica | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
