2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thesis | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3955 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
