2009 Ford Focus vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 377 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2009 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
