1975 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Carina weights approximately 38 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Because 1972 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Audi 80 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
