1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Solara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |