1985 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 1985 Audi 100 and 1982 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
