2004 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
