1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1197 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3270 mm |
