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 |