2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Supra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
