2006 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 1988 Toyota Carina
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Carina
Year Released 2006 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2540 mm


 

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