1989 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 906 kg more than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. 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 1989 Ford Thunderbird. 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 (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |