2005 Chrysler Neon vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Neon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Neon | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
