2009 Audi S6 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S6 | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |