1997 Subaru SVX vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 8 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 1997 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
