2007 Audi S6 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
