1957 Ford 17M vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17M | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
