2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
