2006 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1983 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
