1985 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 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, 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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
