1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 27 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, 2012 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens 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 181 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. 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 (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Land Cruiser | Carens |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3432 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |