2009 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Carina weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 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 A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
