2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1983 Toyota Century

To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Century. 1983 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 1983 Toyota Century
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Century
Year Released 2001 1983
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2981 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 289 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2870 mm


 

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