2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 941 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2646 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 959 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |