1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.

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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Land Cruiser
Year Released 1991 1980
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3431 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm


 

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