1978 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
