1978 Seat 127 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 127 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | 127 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |