2008 Audi R8 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 710 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
