1981 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 57 kg more than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2946 mm |
