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Toyota Land Cruiser J80 4.2 D (135 Hp)
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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 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2260 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 165 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.2 D (135 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Extremely reliable and simple, but very underpowered for the J80, resulting in very slow acceleration and limited highway capability.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a large SUV, but its lack of power means it often works harder, potentially negating some efficiency gains.
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): | 4.2 D (135 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 135 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 32.4 Hp/l [15mm more] |
| Torque: | 280 Nm @ 2200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1HZ More details about the engine 1HZ |
| Engine displacement: | 4163 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9.3 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 100 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.7 kg/Hp, 59.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 123.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2260 |
| Max. weight: | 2960 |
| Max load: | 700 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1370 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 830 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 95 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4820 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Width: | 1830 mm mm [40mm more] |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm [85mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [120mm more] |
| Front track: | 1595 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1600 mm |
| 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 | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 275/70 R15 |
| Front suspension | Dependent spring suspension with anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | dependent spring suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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