Toyota Land Cruiser J70, J73 2.4 TD (LJ73) (90 Hp) 4WD

Overall Rating

8.1 / 10

Safety N/A / 5

Not Rated

Engine 3.5 / 5

Value 4.5 / 5

Performance 3.8 / 5

Comfort 2.5 / 5

People\'s Opinion N/A / 5

Not Rated

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 188 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 TD (LJ73) (90 Hp) 4WD Verdict:

Performance Verdict

A marginal power increase over the 86hp version, offering slightly better responsiveness and highway capability, but still not a powerhouse.

Fuel Economy

Expected to be similar to the 86hp version, offering decent fuel economy for its class and era.

Best Use Case: Light off-roading, general utility, improved daily driving over the 86hp variant.

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• Outdated safety technology (by modern standards)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(J77: 1989 - 1996).

General:
Brand:	Toyota
Model:	Land Cruiser
Generation:	J70, J73
Modification (Engine):	2.4 TD (LJ73) (90 Hp) 4WD
Start of production:	1990
End of production:	1996
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Off-road vehicle
Seats:	8
Doors:	3

Engine:
Power:	90 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:	36.8 Hp/l [400mm less]
Torque:	188 Nm @ 2200 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:	2L-T More details about the engine 2L-T
Engine displacement:	2446
Number of cylinders:	4
Engine configuration:	Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:	2
Fuel injection system:	Precombustion chamber injection
Engine aspiration:	Turbocharger
Valvetrain:	SOHC
Engine oil capacity:	5.1 l
Engine layout:	Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:	92 mm mm
Piston Stroke:	92 mm mm
Compression ratio:	20:1

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Diesel

Space:
Fuel tank capacity:	90 l

Size:
Length:	4405 mm mm [400mm less]
Width:	1790 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:	1950 mm mm [15mm 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	Disc [bad 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