2005 Toyota Previa vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Previa | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
