1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
