2011 Audi A8 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A8 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
