2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 934 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Bantam | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |