2008 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2008 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
