1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Land Cruiser | TT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2469 mm |
