2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.

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2005 Audi RS6 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Audi Toyota
Model RS6 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 1982
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4171 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 444 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2200 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1825 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2740 mm