2002 Audi R8 vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 527 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
