1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Carina | TT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
