1995 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Toyota Land Cruiser 1980 Toyota Corona
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Corona
Year Released 1995 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4477 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2400 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2530 mm


 

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