1991 Audi V8 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 3 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 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 89 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1988 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 1988 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
