2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
