1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 850 kg more than 1977 Lancia Gamma.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
