1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi Coupe weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
