1997 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 17 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 10 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
