1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 14 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera 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 1060 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 TVR Chimaera. 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
