2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Grand Scenic | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Grand Scenic | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |