2006 Mazda MPV vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mazda MPV 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 704 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Mazda MPV (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MPV | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3980 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
