1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 27 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 260 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
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, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Land Cruiser | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2635 mm |
