1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2012 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
