2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2366 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2320 mm |
