1965 NSU 1000 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU 1000 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2990 mm |
