2009 Audi RS6 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 25 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 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | RS6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
