2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 20 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |
