1982 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. 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 1982 Ford Escort. 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 (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4477 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 141 L |
