2006 Suzuki Reno vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 1055 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Reno | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Reno | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
