1976 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1979 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Carina |
Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |