2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 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 |
