2003 Lexus IS vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus IS. 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
