2007 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
