1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 18 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 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 630 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 2012 BMW 116. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 116 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
