2008 Ford Edge vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1063 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |