2006 Ford Escape vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3429 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
