2011 Audi R8 vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica. 1984 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi R8 | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2620 mm |
