2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 11 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |
