1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1971 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
