1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
