2003 Renault Scenic II vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Renault Scenic II 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Scenic II (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Scenic II. 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Scenic II. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Scenic II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Scenic II | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic II | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
