1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC is newer by 12 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 655 kg more than 2010 Lexus SC.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus SC. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus SC. 2010 Lexus SC 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. 2010 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Land Cruiser | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
