1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |