2009 Audi A3 vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
