2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 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 |
