1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
