2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 473 kg more than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |