2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 339 kg more than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Crown Victoria | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |