2009 Audi TT vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
