2008 Audi R8 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
