2001 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (235 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram 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 86 kg more than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2740 mm |
