1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 32 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 118 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Nano |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
