2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 269 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
