1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 19 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 993 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
