2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
