1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 823 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1900 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 |
