1983 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 Ford Galaxy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Galaxy. (170 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
