2008 Audi S8 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,199 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
