1999 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
