1989 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi 100 1996 Toyota Celica
Make Audi Toyota
Model 100 Celica
Year Released 1989 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2460 cc 1986 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 266 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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