2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
