1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Datsun 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
