2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 915 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Allroad | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
