1977 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 28 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
