1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
