2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 594 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vivant | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
