1999 Audi R8R vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8R | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1920 mm |
