2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2860 mm |