2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 19 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
