1980 Steyr G-series vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Steyr G-series | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Steyr | Toyota |
| Model | G-series | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
