1989 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (236 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
