1988 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
