1985 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
