2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
