1999 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |