2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 443 kg more than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2740 mm |