1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Ford Falcon 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Ford Toyota
Model Falcon Land Cruiser
Year Released 1997 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 205 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 543 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 2615 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2850 mm


 

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