1999 Toyota Celica vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Celica | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Celica | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |