2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 400 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra.

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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Tundra 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Tundra Land Cruiser
Year Released 2004 1980
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3400 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2740 mm


 

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