2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 407 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
