1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
