1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
