2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 158 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Corolla | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |