2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
