2001 Audi TT vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
