2004 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 635 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 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |