1985 Audi 200 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (258 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
