1968 Ford 17 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |