1986 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
