1980 Audi 200 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
