1989 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
