1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper 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 158 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Viper. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Viper | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Viper | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 3432 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |