2006 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |