1975 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 37 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 2,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 332 kg more than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Navara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
