1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
