2004 Audi A2 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 17 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
