1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
