2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1982 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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | EX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
