1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 760 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
