2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 422 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |