1981 Simca 1100 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 748 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Simca 1100 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |