2009 Acura RL vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 29 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, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |