2000 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
