2005 Nissan Almera vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 25 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera 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 285 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3980 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
