1996 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6, 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, 1996 Audi A6 (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |