1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Toyota Land Cruiser 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Avensis
Year Released 1980 2001
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3955 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.8:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2710 mm


 

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