1980 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
