1994 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 19 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 23 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 957 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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 2013 Mazda 2. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
