1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (236 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1979 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 1979 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) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |