1981 Audi UR vs. 1978 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Audi UR 1978 Toyota Celica
Make Audi Toyota
Model UR Celica
Year Released 1981 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 1967 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L