2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 795 cc | 3429 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
