1996 Toyota Celica vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Celica. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 1994 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Celica | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
