1986 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 100 | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |