1985 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (136 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1593 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1985 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Audi Coupe | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 543 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |