1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (98 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
