2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 136 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
