2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 17 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica.
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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
