1991 Audi V8 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi V8 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | V8 | Carina |
Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |