1980 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser (79 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 698 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cortina | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
