1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4475 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
