1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Daimler 4.2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Daimler | Toyota |
Model | 4.2 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |