2004 BMW X5 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |