1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 547 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Land Cruiser | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |