1982 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 403 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Forester |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2616 mm |
