1991 Ford Scorpio vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Ford Scorpio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 405 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Scorpio | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Scorpio | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |