1988 Audi V8 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
