1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
