2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Land Cruiser | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1660 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |