1990 BMW 320 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 664 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 320 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |