2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 363 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
