1992 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Audi 80 is newer by 7 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 80 (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 80 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 290 kg more than 1992 Audi 80.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1992 Audi 80 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 80 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1660 kg |
