1987 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 25 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 123 kg more than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Land Cruiser | RDX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2649 mm |
