1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 656 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 96 L |