1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
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, 2012 Audi A6, 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | A6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2759 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
