2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 24 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire 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 459 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Crossfire 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Crossfire Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 1981
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1441 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2740 mm


 

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