1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
