1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1868 mm |
