2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 478 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2990 mm |