2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 443 kg more than 1982 Toyota Land 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
