2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Caliber (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |