1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 231 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |