2002 Audi R8 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 535 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 978 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
