1980 Renault 14 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 14 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 14 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
