2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Traverse | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |