1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 19 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |
