1988 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina D3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alpina |
| Model | Land Cruiser | D3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
