1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1900 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 |
