1981 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Carina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |