2006 Audi A3 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1992 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |