2006 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 24 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 570 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, 2006 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
