1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 11 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 413 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
