1987 Audi 200 vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,110 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
