1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2320 mm |
