2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Defender | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |