2004 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |