1987 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Celica | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Celica | TT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
