2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 680 kg more than 1988 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Land Cruiser | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |