2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
