2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
