1954 Ford Popular vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Popular | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
