1972 Audi Variant vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Audi Variant | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Variant | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1695 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |