2007 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 24 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 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 588 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
