2008 Lexus IS vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 918 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus IS | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | IS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |