2009 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |