2009 Audi A5 vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Carina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
