2007 Audi S8 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |