1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (236 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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 (434 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ford Escort 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Escort Land Cruiser
Year Released 1968 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 75 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 63 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 2445 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 96 L


 

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