2007 Audi S8 vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP) has 383 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
