1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z1 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |