1994 Ford Probe vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 14 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, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 825 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
