1981 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
