2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.

Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Camry 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Camry Land Cruiser
Year Released 2008 1986
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2362 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2740 mm


 

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