1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 21 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 235 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2670 mm |
