1991 Audi S2 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S2 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
