2008 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
