1979 Simca 1308 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. 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 1979 Simca 1308. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1979 Simca 1308 has manual transmission. 1979 Simca 1308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1308 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 96 L |
