1977 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
