2002 Lexus LX vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (168 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 286 kg more than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2002 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
