1970 Toyota Corona vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
