1986 Ford Orion vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 1986 Ford Orion and 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 780 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Orion 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Orion Land Cruiser
Year Released 1986 1986
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2610 mm


 

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