2001 Audi A2 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |