2005 Renault Scenic vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic 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 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic 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 160 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Scenic | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
