1991 Audi V8 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 428 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1991 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi V8 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model V8 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1991 1993
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 280 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1712 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm


 

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