1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 190 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Highlander |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2789 mm |