1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 18 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
