2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Avensis | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Avensis | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |