2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 21 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 228 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2320 mm |
