1999 Audi TT vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
