2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
