1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
