2003 Acura RSX vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 634 kg more than 2003 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RSX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |