2004 Toyota Prius vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Prius is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Prius | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
