1989 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
