1987 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna 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 1998 Toyota Sienna. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
