1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, both vehicles can yield 184 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
