1987 Audi 200 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 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 397 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
