1992 Ford Taurus vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Ford Taurus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1992 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Taurus | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
