1989 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 950 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 80 | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 80 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |