2009 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
