1999 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |