2009 Kia Carens vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 22 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carens | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1515 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
