1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 24 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
