1978 Simca Horizon vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Simca Horizon | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1442 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |