2010 Audi TT vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 440 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 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2010 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi TT | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Celica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
