1983 Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop
All photo credits
- Photo: 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser 4.2 4WD USDM front by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Land Cruiser arriving Schaffen-Diest 2016 by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Land Cruiser (J60) at Schaffen-Diest (2017) by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser 4.2 4WD USDM rear by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Toyota Land Cruiser interior (8451155985) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop is a 125-hp 4.2-liter inline-6 SUV with a 4-speed manual and four-wheel drive. It starts at $10,538 MSRP.
It makes 125 horsepower at 3,600 rpm and 200 lb-ft of torque at 1800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 13 mpg city and 17 mpg highway.
The Land Cruiser measures 157.3 inches long on a 90.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,814 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $10,538 ($34,386 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2F 4.2L OHV inline-6, carbureted, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 4.2 L |
| Horsepower | 125 hp @ 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 12-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 94 x 101.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Carburetor, 2-barrel |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Part-time 4WD, two-speed transfer case |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.555 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.292 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.41 |
| 4th Gear | 1 |
| Reverse | 4.271 |
| Final Drive | 3.7 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 13 MPG |
| Highway | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Live axle, leaf springs, hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Rear Suspension | Live axle, leaf springs, hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Turning Diameter | 34.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc, 11.8 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum, 11.6 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 x 6.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15 x 6.0 in |
| Tires Front | H78-15 |
| Tires Rear | H78-15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 157.3 in |
| Width | 65.5 in |
| Height | 76 in |
| Wheelbase | 90 in |
| Front Track | 56.1 in |
| Rear Track | 55.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 10.6 in |
| Approach Angle | 36° |
| Departure Angle | 32° |
| Cargo Volume | 59 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,814 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 50% / 50% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 43 in |
| Legroom Front | 36.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.7 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1983 Toyota LAND CRUISER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 26, 1991 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE CAN LEAD TO FIRE WHEN NEAR AN IGNITIONSOURCE.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FUEL TANK WITH AN IMPROVED TANK.
NHTSA campaign 91V110000
Sep 14, 1989 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
REAR SEAT LAP BELT MAY NOT RETURN TO FULLY RETRACTED POSITION AFTER USE.
Consequence: CONSEQUENTLY, BELT COULD NOT BE RELEASED, DUE TOLOCKING CHARACTERISTICS OF AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR SYSTEM.
Remedy: INSTALL BELT GUIDE, OR SHEATH, TO DECREASE RETRACTING RESISTANCE AND ALLOW FREE BELT MOVEMENT.
NHTSA campaign 89V155000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1983 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.