2009 Lexus LS vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
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 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2990 mm |
