1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 239 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3432 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
