1987 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 1993 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Corolla
Year Released 1987 1993
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3431 cc 1707 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 80.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 105 mm 85.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1660 mm


 

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