2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
