1998 Lancia Zeta vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Lancia Zeta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Lancia Zeta.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1998 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Zeta | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Zeta | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
