2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 17 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 272 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |