2002 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 9 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
