1975 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Highlander |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |