1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dart | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
