1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 24 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1551 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 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma. 2010 Land Rover LR4 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. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Croma | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2885 mm |
