1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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 (388 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
