1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Carina | A6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2833 mm |
