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Toyota Land Cruiser J70, J73 2.4 (RJ73) (110 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)
J70, J73 Overview:
Toyota Land Cruiser (J70, J73). With 187 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.4 (RJ73) (110 Hp) 4WD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers good power for a petrol engine of its size, providing smoother operation and better high-rev performance than the diesels. Less low-end torque for heavy off-roading.
Fuel Economy
Petrol engines of this era are generally less fuel-efficient than diesels in heavy 4x4s, expect higher running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled off-road capability
- • Legendary reliability and durability
- • Simple, robust mechanicals
- • Strong resale value and cult following
- • Wide range of capable diesel engines for various needs
Cons:
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Outdated safety technology (by modern standards)
- • High fuel consumption on some larger engine variants
- • Loud and unrefined ride, especially on longer journeys
- • Slow acceleration with smaller, naturally aspirated engines
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation((J60) Wagon: 1980 - 1989).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Land Cruiser |
| Generation: | J70, J73 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 (RJ73) (110 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 1984 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 110 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.5 Hp/l [345mm less] |
| Torque: | 187 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 22R More details about the engine 22R |
| Engine displacement: | 2366 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4405 mm mm [345mm less] |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Height: | 1950 mm mm [120mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [130mm less] |
| Front track: | 1455 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1440 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Tires size | 265/75 R15 |
| Front suspension | Leaf spring |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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