1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 900 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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.
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1981 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |