2000 Lexus GS vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 9 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2000 Lexus GS (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
