1985 Toyota Model F vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Model F | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Model F | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
