1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3432 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |