1985 Toyota Camry vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 950 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Toyota Camry 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Camry Land Cruiser
Year Released 1985 1986
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 83 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2740 mm