2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 19 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
