1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 990 kg more than 1993 Porsche 928.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 928 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 928 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |
