1983 Audi 80 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 136 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80, 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
