1996 Audi S6 vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S6 | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |