2002 Audi TT vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 kg more than 2002 Audi TT.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
