1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
