1986 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 865 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Celica | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | S5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
