1997 Mazda Levante vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Levante | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Levante | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |