2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 20 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 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 653 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ascari | Toyota |
| Model | Ecosse | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
