2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 622 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
