1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 657 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Chevelle | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
