1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Land Cruiser | 300 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3431 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3048 mm |