1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 21 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 (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
