1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Toyota Century

To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century 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 51 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 665 kg more than 1980 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century. 1980 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 1980 Toyota Century
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Century
Year Released 1998 1980
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4164 cc 3375 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 218 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2470 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2870 mm


 

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