1989 Audi 200 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 3 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 390 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.
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 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
