2006 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Audi A4 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
