2001 Audi TT vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 21 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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 730 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi TT | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |