2001 Ford Explorer vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Ford Explorer 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Explorer (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer 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 492 kg more than 2001 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Explorer (320 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Explorer | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3432 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2320 mm |