2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 593 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Toyota Celica (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
