2005 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 600 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 1979 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 1979 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, 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, 2005 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
