1985 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT, 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, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Celica | 2002 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | TT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
