1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
