1989 Peugeot 605 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 605 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 605. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 576 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 605 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
