2002 Lada 117 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 17 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada 117. 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 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
