1991 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
