2000 Audi R8 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 19 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 1208 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | R8 | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 182 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |