2005 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 1986 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, 1986 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |