1987 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
