2006 Audi A3 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 24 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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 20 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
