1972 Ford Custom vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 194 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Custom | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |