1990 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Venza. 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Venza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3431 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |