1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 28 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, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Land Cruiser | BLS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
