2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Tiida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Tiida | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
