1991 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 898 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour. 1997 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Contour |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
