1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 506 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry 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 Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
