1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (111 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 823 kg more than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (264 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 4475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |