1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 233 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
