1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Vega | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |