2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT 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, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
