2009 Audi TT vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 303 kg more than 1988 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 TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
