2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 919 kg more than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2320 mm |
