1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 400 kg more than 2012 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Land Cruiser | A8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4477 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2992 mm |