1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Because 1986 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
