2000 Audi R8 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2000 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 R8 (339 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
