1989 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 200 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 200 | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |