1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1170 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |