1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 445 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
