1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Viper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 530 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
