1996 Honda Today vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Honda Toyota
Model Today Land Cruiser
Year Released 1996 1986
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1810 mm