1985 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 1985 Ford Escort and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ford Escort 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Escort Land Cruiser
Year Released 1985 1985
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 132 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 227 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 105 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm