1985 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 1985 Audi 200 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
