1998 Opel Vectra vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 985 kg more than 1998 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Vectra. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Vectra | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |