1989 Audi V8 vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
