1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Land Cruiser | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3670 mm |
