1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1993 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 875 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
1993 GMC Typhoon | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Typhoon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |