2008 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |