1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |