1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (194 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Land Cruiser | Carlton |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3429 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2740 mm |