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Toyota Land Cruiser J80 4.0 (155 Hp) 4WD
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Toyota Land Cruiser:
The Toyota Land Cruiser , also sometimes spelt as LandCruiser, is a series of four-wheel drive vehicles produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. It is Toyota's longest running series of models. As of 2019, the sales of the Land Cruiser totalled more than 10 million units worldwide.
Production of the first generation of the Land Cruiser began in 1951. The Land Cruiser has been produced in convertible, hardtop, station wagon and cab chassis body styles. The Land Cruiser's reliability and longevity have led to huge popularity, especially in Australia, where it is the best-selling body-on-frame, four-wheel drive vehicle. Toyota also extensively tests the Land Cruiser in the Australian outback – considered to be one of the toughest operating environments in both temperature and terrain. In Japan, the Land Cruiser was once exclusive to Toyota Japanese dealerships called Toyota Store....(Read more on Wikipedia)
J80 Overview:
Toyota Land Cruiser (J80). With 289 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2230 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 155 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
4.0 (155 Hp) 4WD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for light duties, but struggles with the J80's substantial weight, leading to sluggish acceleration, especially when fully loaded.
Fuel Economy
Likely poor fuel economy given the engine's effort to move the heavy vehicle, making it less efficient than its diesel counterparts.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary reliability and durability
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for its class
- • Robust body-on-frame construction
- • Strong resale value
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for petrol engines
- • Some diesel variants can be underpowered or slow
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments
- • Dated interior and safety features by modern standards
- • Maintenance can be costly for specific parts
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(J77: 1989 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Land Cruiser |
| Generation: | J80 |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 (155 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 155 Hp @ 4200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 39.2 Hp/l [15mm more] |
| Torque: | 289 Nm @ 2600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 3F-E More details about the engine 3F-E |
| Engine displacement: | 3955 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.8 l |
| Coolant: | 19.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 20 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.4 kg/Hp, 69.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 129.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2230 |
| Max. weight: | 2670 |
| Max load: | 440 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 95 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4820 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1900 mm mm [110mm more] |
| Height: | 1900 mm mm [35mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [120mm more] |
| Front track: | 1575 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1580 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 210 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 265/75 R15 |
| Front suspension | Dependent spring suspension with anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | dependent spring suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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