1996 Toyota Carina vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Carina | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |