1988 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Suzuki Vitara | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Vitara | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |