2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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, 1987 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
