1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Carina | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Carina | R8 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2649 mm |