2006 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 751 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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 1980 Honda Accord. 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 (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 180 L | 50 L |
