2006 Kia Magentis vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Kia Magentis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Magentis | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Magentis | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
