1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 835 kg more than 1970 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
