1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Aspen | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |