1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4733 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
