2004 Audi Allroad vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Audi Allroad is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 941 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (350 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Allroad | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| 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 | 250 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
