2007 Lexus IS vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
