1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 594 kg more than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |