2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 867 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1048 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (308 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | V Sixteen | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2860 mm |
