2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
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 Toyota Highlander (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Highlander | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |