1989 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 162 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
