2005 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 20 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
