2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 515 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maverick (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 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 | 272 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
