1999 Audi TT vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
