2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1975 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 1975 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 (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 1975 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Corolla
Year Released 2005 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4477 cc 1165 cc
Horse Power 221 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2280 kg 870 kg
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2380 mm


 

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