2009 Audi RS6 vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 19 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 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 112 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 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. 2009 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi RS6 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | RS6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4991 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 572 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 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 | 2028 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |