2008 Nissan Altima vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Altima | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
