2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
