1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | A8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 4200 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2992 mm |
