1989 Audi V8 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 V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (236 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi V8 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | V8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |