1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |