2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
