1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
