2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 571 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |