2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 20 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 440 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |
