2007 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
