2002 Acura RSX vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2002 Acura RSX (193 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
