1968 AMC AMX vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | AMX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
