1991 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 905 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Cavalier 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Cavalier Land Cruiser
Year Released 1991 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2189 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2860 mm