2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 224 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 675 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Marcos TS500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | TS500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |
