1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Bigua | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
