1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2003 Honda Life

To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 21 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life.

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, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Toyota Land Cruiser 2003 Honda Life
Make Toyota Honda
Model Land Cruiser Life
Year Released 1982 2003
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3429 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1480 mm


 

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