1981 Toyota Corona vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Toyota Corona 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corona Land Cruiser
Year Released 1981 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 985 kg 2395 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 96 L


 

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