1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 990 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2990 mm |
