1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
