2005 Audi TT vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 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 TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |