1986 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Celica | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | A6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
