1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 31 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 260 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Avalon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3955 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2819 mm |