1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Carina | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Carina | A4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
