1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fairlane | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |