1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 754 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ford Zodiac 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Zodiac Land Cruiser
Year Released 1958 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2550 cc 2995 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 103 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1192 kg 1946 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2760 mm