1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 4477 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
