1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Carina | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Carina | A5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |