1998 Subaru SVX vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Subaru SVX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru SVX | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | SVX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |