2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
