1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 647 kg more than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Land Cruiser | Ram |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3569 mm |