2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 268 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. 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 Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
