1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
