1988 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 25 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Toyota | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
