2004 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
