2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Optra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
