2005 Scion xA vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Scion xA 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 839 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
