1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
