1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
