2000 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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 A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2430 mm |
