1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima 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 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 946 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Land Cruiser | Optima |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4475 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2797 mm |