2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 16 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra 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 905 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Elantra | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
