1985 BMW 316 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1985 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 kg more than 1985 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 316 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 316 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |