1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Falcon | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3707 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |