2005 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
