1997 Toyota Celica vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Celica weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1997 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 1993 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Celica | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
