1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 18 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown 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 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
