1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 790 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Yaris |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |