1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2000 Audi A6 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Carina | A6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |