2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Ram | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2740 mm |