2005 Audi S4 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
