1993 Audi V8 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 821 kg more than 1993 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1993 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1993 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Audi V8 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | V8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |