1984 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
