2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 10 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 380 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Highlander | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
