2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (211 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Liberty | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
