1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 25 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 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 163 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai ix35. 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Land Cruiser | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3432 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
