1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 874 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.

Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Audi 100 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model 100 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 3429 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2990 mm


 

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