2004 Audi RS4 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Audi RS4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS4 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
