1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Carina | A8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
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 | 97 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2992 mm |