1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda RX-4 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-4 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |