1987 Audi 200 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 428 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1980 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 1980 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 1980 Toyota Carina has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Carina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
