1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 25 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Element |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1819 mm |
