1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 992 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cortina | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |