1981 Audi 80 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 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 80 | Carina |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |