2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
