1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Corsair | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
