2004 Toyota Prius vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Prius is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Prius | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
