1986 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 985 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Suzuki Samurai | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Samurai | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |