1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 20 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.

Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 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 (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 2011 Nissan Frontier
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Land Cruiser Frontier
Year Released 1991 2011
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3956 cc 2486 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3200 mm


 

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