1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 22 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 527 kg more than 2011 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
