2009 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
