2007 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
