1975 Ford Torino vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Torino | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 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 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |