2009 Audi A8 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 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 | 1940 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |