1985 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Audi 80. 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 80 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
