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 |