2001 Ford EX vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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 EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | EX | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
