1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 GMC Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
