1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 165 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa. 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 1999 Mazda Laputa. 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
