2003 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1985 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 820 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 1985 Toyota Camry
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Camry
Year Released 2003 1985
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 1832 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 246 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2610 mm


 

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