1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 12 M | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 12 M | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 96 L |