2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 1971 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Land Cruiser Corolla
Year Released 2007 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4477 cc 1070 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 221 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3190 mm 2290 mm