2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.

Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Highlander 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Highlander Land Cruiser
Year Released 2006 1985
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3310 cc 3429 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2100 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2990 mm


 

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