1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Sidewinder | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |