1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
