1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 845 kg more than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Land Cruiser | NV |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |