2005 Audi S8 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Audi S8.
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 S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
