2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 167 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
