1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 20 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 894 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
