2008 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
