2004 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 24 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3, 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, 2004 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
