2000 Audi R8 vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 16 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 1163 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1165 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 |
