2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 875 kg more than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 60 L |
