2011 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 940 kg more than 1997 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Land Cruiser | RL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
