1999 Lexus LX vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Lexus LX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (230 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Lexus LX.
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 Lexus LX (417 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
