2005 Audi S4 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
