2008 Lexus LX vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Lexus LX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LX (381 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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 Lexus LX (542 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LX | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
