2009 Audi A5 vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |