1984 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
