1992 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 TVR Tasmin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1987 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
