2004 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
