2002 Kia Towner vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Kia Towner is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 944 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Towner | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Towner | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2740 mm |
