1975 Ford Torino vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Torino | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
