2000 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |