1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 22 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 46 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
