2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 1966 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Corolla
Year Released 2005 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1068 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 162 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 70 L