2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Audi RS6.
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, 2008 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
