1981 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Land Cruiser | A4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
