1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |