2004 Toyota Allion vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Allion weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.
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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Allion | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Allion | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
