1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 709 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |